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Microsoft Intune

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2026, in the Remote Access category, the mindshare of Microsoft Intune is 6.3%, down from 10.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Check Point Remote Access VPN is 2.8%, up from 2.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Dameware Remote Support is 1.5%, up from 1.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Remote Access Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Microsoft Intune	6.3%
Check Point Remote Access VPN	2.8%
Dameware Remote Support	1.5%
Other	89.4%

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OluwashileAdeniyi

Senior Infrastructure Security Engineer at a outsourcing company with 51-200 employees

Centralized endpoint security has improved and supports hybrid work and BYOD policies

Regarding what I dislike about Microsoft Intune and its downsides, I would say that more Mac controls are needed because we have limited Mac and Linux control. When comparing controls and policies between Windows, Mac, and Linux, Windows has almost everything you can think of, while Mac and Linux have limited types of control. You cannot implement certain things on Mac and Linux that you can on Windows. The limited controls are a major issue. Additionally, if Microsoft could find a way to embed servers into Microsoft Intune, that would be beneficial. Microsoft Intune is not really designed for servers or Windows servers. It is more tailored towards Windows 11 and Windows 10 operating systems. Windows servers are not fully supported. Enterprise organizations usually have both servers and endpoints, which are users' workstations. For servers, most people look for other solutions such as SCCM, which is Configuration Manager. However, SCCM is what Microsoft Intune is trying to replace. Both SCCM and Microsoft Intune belong to Microsoft. Microsoft is trying to transition organizations into Microsoft Intune, the native cloud solution. However, because this update is still in process, servers are not fully compatible with Microsoft Intune and cannot be managed by it. The current policy that has emerged from issues with clients is what they call co-management, which is relatively new, and I do not know if adoption is significant. Many legacy or older customers who have been using these products for decades still have SCCM. When it is time for them to manage their Windows devices, they use what is called cloud attach. Cloud attach is a term whereby your SCCM is connected to your Microsoft Intune. Most people do not know about it, but I have deployed it for several organizations. Cloud attach and co-management work together so that your device is in SCCM, but some policies are pushed from Microsoft Intune. It is like two different solutions working hand in hand. That is what they call co-management. Microsoft Intune does not bring all of your endpoint and security management tools into one place, which is the goal and how it should be. However, as I mentioned, servers are not included. If we talk about end users, Microsoft Intune does bring all your devices together. In a typical enterprise environment, you have end users with workstations, laptops, company-issued phones, and bring your own devices. You can create policies for all of these. However, for the backend, your servers do not have much coverage. Servers are not really covered by Microsoft Intune in that way.

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Niyajuddin Tiwale

Technique at Digitaltrack

Has improved security and enabled remote work flexibility across teams

The best features Check Point Remote Access VPN offers are its security features, which stand out to me. Whenever we are giving the remote access VPN to any employees or vendors, we can specify and control particular access. If we want to give access to a particular IP only, we can achieve that via this feature, and we also apply security features such as antivirus and anti-spyware while giving access to any employees or partners. The ability to control and specify access with Check Point Remote Access VPN, such as limiting to particular IPs or applying antivirus and anti-spyware, makes our environment safe from cyber threats and any types of malicious activities or accessing our private data. We control this through the feature by applying security policies that allow particular users. After deploying Check Point Remote Access VPN solution, I can say that our productivity has maximized. Users are working from home and even working 24/7. If they want, they can access our resources at any time, providing flexibility to work from anywhere. Employees say that sometimes they are not available during the working hour, but they can work from home at their flexible timing, needing access to our private network resources. They sit at home or any remote site and connect to our network to work, which is very good.

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it_user323577

Tier1 - IT Support Technician at a comms service provider with 501-1,000 employees

We're able to see issues from the users' perspectives, but there are issues when connecting over VPN.

The ability to see issue from users perspective and installation of software. Worked well for awhile but issues with it connecting over VPN was a major drawback. We've been using it since 2009. We also utilize GoToAssist which has more features and runs smoother. It also allows us to send…

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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"Third party integrations are very convenient to use with Microsoft Intune."

"What I value most about Microsoft Intune is that it is a cloud-native tool and is embedded into Premium at a reasonable cost."

"One of the standout features of Intune is its seamless accessibility to work data, eliminating the need to be tied to an office or a desktop."

"The aspects I find most valuable are the managing the data and applications. I can also restrict the users to install any applications. I can also wipe the data if the phone was missplaced or stolen. These are the basics for me."

"For the price, the features included with Microsoft are appealing."

"Fortunately, now everything is streamlined into a single, unified platform."

"This product offers an alternative solution to other UEM (Unified Endpoint Management) solutions."

"Microsoft Intune reduces the time of our engineers, cuts down costs for the deployment of our endpoints managed by Microsoft Intune, and helps to improve compliance and the security policies we wanted to apply on endpoints, which was not happening earlier."

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"The capacity that Check Point Remote Access VPN offers is one of the best, and it has made it easier for us and the team to have great mobility inside and outside the organization."

"The team has full visibility of the users that connect allowing them to keep control of who is in the network and what data they are allowing to come in and out."

"One feature that is highly valued by our clients in remote access VPN is the IPsec suite. With IPsec, we can encrypt our data, ensuring that no one can perform a man-in-the-middle attack or decrypt the data. It utilizes powerful mathematical calculations and end-to-end encryption, preventing hacking attempts."

"Our return on investment is the ability to allow people to work remotely in a secure way and a stable VPN."

"Check Point Remote Access VPN has impacted my organization positively by providing better security and ensuring our data is safe within the entity."

"To maintain the authorization of the connected user, Check Point provides multi-factor authentication for an RA VPN client to make sure legitimate users have access to resources."

"Once we install and connect the VPN service, it keeps on running until we disconnect."

"For a basic setup, implementation is quite easy."

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"The ability to control admin rights through AD groups allows the techs to have all of the rights that they would normally without adjustments on the backend of the product."

"It was very easy to install."

"Using DameWare has made the troubleshooting process faster."

Cons

"A detailed device diagnostic feature is missing. Also, operating system deployment and imaging are missing."

"Microsoft Intune can be improved in terms of reporting, customization, troubleshooting visibility, and policy deployment speed in large environments; some advanced configurations can also be complex during initial setup and management."

"Customer service is not really good. I would give it a six out of ten. The main issue is the time it takes to get someone involved who truly understands what the product does."

"The product needs to upgrade itself when the server is overloaded."

"We have spoken to the technical support on a few occasions. They have only ever provided us with minimal information."

"The information we receive at the device level needs improvement."

"When pushing anything from Microsoft Intune, the sync timing is 48 hours. While sometimes it takes 5 to 10 minutes, the official period given by Microsoft is within 48 hours, which can be time-consuming for policies, applications, or patches."

"I have been trying to contact technical support but haven't been able to reach anyone."

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"A characteristic to improve is the communication service under the SMTP scheme."

"Check Point Remote Access VPN's enterprise support could be improved."

"Some configurations, like idle timeout (the requirement came from multiple users), are not possible to configure directly from the Check Point management server."

"The support hours don't align with work hours, and AI could be introduced."

"You have no ability to reserve a total number of licenses. The VPN user licenses are assigned per gateway, and if you enable MEP function is not so easy to size the gateway licenses."

"Without a doubt and with the new trends in technology, Check Point should already have a blade with a 2MFA solution and not through some other vendor."

"I would like this service to be easier to manage when you integrate it with third parties."

"I would like the support to be faster."

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"SolarWinds has a great KB but many of the articles are lacking updated information and the keyword search is lacking if you don't have previous experience with the product and encounter issues."

"Worked well for awhile but issues with it connecting over VPN was a major drawback."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Even if they charge a premium, they aim to provide equal value."

"We have a limited budget for security investments, so Microsoft should consider reducing pricing in our region. This would make investment more viable, especially since larger businesses in other countries can afford it easily."

"It's monthly for us, but it's built into the license cost that we pay our IT each month. It's maybe 129 Kroner per head, which translates to £10. There are some additional costs. Our IT had to set up and configure their own server, so there is an extra cost for that, but I'm not sure what that costs."

"We have the business premium licenses for the solution."

"Its licensing model is not complex, but it is very expensive compared to other solutions. They can bring more models and reduce the pricing. They should allow customers to select the features they want and price it accordingly."

"The product is relatively pricey, but considering its benefits, I'd say it's fair. The benefits outweigh the expensive licensing fees, especially for large organizations, but medium-sized and smaller businesses may be unable to afford it."

"I recently got to know that the AD P1 license is compulsory to use Intune Autopilot, which was surprising for me. Earlier, this was not the case. It is the wrong thing to do. We now need to purchase AD P1 licenses for us and for our customers. I would rate it a seven out of ten for pricing."

"Intune is inexpensive. It also comes bundled in some Office 365 licenses, so you can choose to purchase it separately or as a package."

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"I can say that the licensing costs are charged annually."

"Check Point Remote Access VPN is not expensive and the cost is annual."

"I give the price of the solution a five out of ten."

"My understanding is that the pricing and licensing are very competitive, and it's not one of their more expensive products. We buy licenses for the solution and have licenses for the endpoint servers."

"The product is expensive. I rate its pricing a ten out of ten. For the cost of one product, we could purchase two or three Fortinet solutions with the same amount of money."

"Organizations that already have the Check Point NGFW need to purchase an additional license to have access to the VPN functionality."

"Regarding pricing, as a global customer, we get a big discount. For us, it's a good return on investment. We need to pay for additional features we want to enable. It seems cheaper than other vendors, but I can't say what it would cost an average customer."

"The price of this product is good."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

10%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Computer Software Company

Government

Outsourcing Company

22%

Computer Software Company

10%

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

Manufacturing Company

11%

Computer Software Company

10%

Comms Service Provider

Retailer

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	192
Midsize Enterprise	62
Large Enterprise	185

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	53
Midsize Enterprise	31
Large Enterprise	34

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Also Known As

Intune, MS Intune, Microsoft Endpoint Manager

Check Point Remote Access VPN, Check Point Endpoint Remote Access VPN

DameWare, SolarWinds DameWare, SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support

Overview

Microsoft Intune is a cloud-based service designed for device management, security, and compliance. It supports automation and facilitates endpoint management for Windows, iOS, and Android devices, ensuring data protection and efficient policy enforcement.

Microsoft Intune offers seamless integration with tools like Windows Autopilot to automate device setup and deployment. Integrated with Azure Active Directory, it enhances policy management while providing robust reporting and analytics tools for compliance tracking. Despite its intuitive interface aimed at simplifying navigation and device security management, there are challenges such as compatibility issues with Linux and Mac, limited policy support for Android, and demands for better third-party integration. It's widely used for both corporate-owned devices and BYOD scenarios in dynamic IT environments.

What are the key features of Microsoft Intune?

Windows Autopilot: Automates device setup for rapid deployment.
Azure Active Directory Integration: Enhances user policy management.
Reporting and Analytics: Improves compliance visibility.
Mobile Application Management: Ensures app security without compromising personal data.
Cloud-Based Management: Allows management from any location.

What benefits and ROI can users expect?

Time Efficiency: Automation reduces time in policy enforcement and configuration updates.
Enhanced Security: Ensures data protection across corporate-owned and BYOD devices.
Improved Compliance: Advanced reporting tools enhance compliance visibility.
Flexible Management: Cloud-based nature supports management from any location.

In industries such as finance and healthcare, Microsoft Intune is implemented to ensure data protection and compliance with regulatory standards. Manufacturing sectors utilize Intune for managing a distributed workforce across global locations, while educational institutions employ it to secure and manage devices in learning environments supporting both students and faculty.

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Check Point Remote Access VPN enables secure connectivity from remote locations with features like strong encryption and multifactor authentication. Its compatibility with multiple devices ensures operational flexibility for employees and partners accessing corporate resources.

Check Point Remote Access VPN integrates with current firewalls, providing robust security and seamless management. It supports effective remote work with centralized control, allowing users to connect securely from anywhere. While valued for its ease of use and stable performance, it faces limitations in Linux support and requires improved documentation. High-load performance inconsistencies and installation complexities are areas for development. Its adaptability to diverse systems, including cloud integration, offers scalable connectivity solutions.

What are the key features?

Seamless Integration: Works with existing firewalls for streamlined operations.
Multi-Factor Authentication: Provides strong security measures.
Centralized Management: Efficient control and log management via SmartPortal.
User-Friendly Interface: Enhances productivity and ease of use.
Device Compatibility: Supports multiple devices for flexible operations.

What benefits or ROI should users consider?

Enhanced Security: Ensures secure remote connections with encryption.
Increased Productivity: Stability and ease of use facilitate efficient remote work.
Infrastructure Cost Savings: No need for additional hardware investments.
Operational Flexibility: Supports diverse device access for improved scalability.

Organizations in industries like technology and finance implement Check Point Remote Access VPN to maintain secure remote connectivity for employees and partners. By enabling access to internal resources and applications, they support effective remote work and adhere to stringent data security standards, particularly during increased remote working demands or business travel scenarios.

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Dameware Remote Support offers a robust IT management solution, designed to streamline remote troubleshooting and support for IT professionals. It ensures efficient administration with ease across networks.

Dameware Remote Support stands out as a comprehensive tool for IT departments, enabling seamless access and management of systems remotely. It integrates efficiently with existing infrastructures, offering features such as remote desktop control, system diagnostics, and user management. Designed for scalability, it adapts to varying network sizes, making it suitable for organizations looking to simplify their IT support processes.

What are the key features of Dameware Remote Support?

Remote Desktop Sharing: Allows IT pros to securely access desktops for quick issue resolution.
System Troubleshooting: Offers diagnostic tools to identify and address system problems efficiently.
Active Directory Management: Integrates with Active Directory to manage user roles and permissions.
Multi-platform Support: Compatible with Windows, Linux, and Mac systems, enhancing versatility.

What benefits should users look for in the reviews?

Improved Efficiency: Reduces time spent troubleshooting issues remotely, boosting productivity.
Cost-effectiveness: Offers a significant ROI by streamlining IT operations and reducing downtime.
User Satisfaction: Enhances tech support quality, leading to better user experiences.

Dameware Remote Support is implemented effectively across industries like healthcare, finance, and education, where remote access and control are critical. Its compatibility and comprehensive toolset cater to specific industry needs, providing reliable and secure remote management solutions.

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Sample Customers

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